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Vegans In The Renaissance | The History of Veganism Part Three

Against a dark background, from the right-hand side, a hand and forearm can be seen. The hand is holding the string of a dangling tampon between a finger and thumb.

Are tampons vegan? Are they even safe? This may seem like an odd question at first glance, but the answers may surprise you.

Are Tampons Vegan? Are They SAFE?

A lit cigarette with a trail of smoke rising into the air against a black background.

Is smoking vegan? It’s pretty clear by now that cigarettes are bad for your health, but are they objectionable from a vegan perspective? Let's look into hidden ingredients, animal testing, worker conditions, and more!

Is Smoking Vegan?

In a dark, monochromatic image, a single goldfish can be seen.

Do fish feel pain? Fish are often relegated to a somewhat sub-animal status. They are hard to relate to and not as emotionally expressive as other animals. But does this mean they don’t feel?

Do Fish Feel Pain?

A large number of differing pills can be seen of different colors next to a glass of water.

Is medication vegan? And can a vegan, in good conscience, take medication that’s not? This is a common question amongst new and experienced vegans alike.

Is Medication Vegan?

The image shows a close-up of Harvard University chip for growing organs for use in medical tests.

What are the alternatives to animal testing? Let's look into the three main alternatives, which are actually cheaper and more effective than animal models!

Alternatives to Animal Testing

The image shows a close-up of hand. The hand is shown against the back drop of a hospital bed and has a drip needle inserted into the wrist. A caring hand and arm is seen holding the persons hand and giving comfort.

Perhaps the most perverse aspect of the animal testing debate is the fact that not only does animal testing not advance medicine—it actually harms and, in many cases, kills the humans it's said to benefit.

The Human Cost of Animal Testing

The image shows a two banks of beautiful white rabbits. Each bank contains twenty rabbits. They each are locked into small boxes and immobalized. Only their heads are visible.

Non-animal tests are generally more reliable, less costly, and always more humane. So, why are we still testing on animals? Let's review the top three reasons, including how you are paying for it!

Why Are We Still Testing On Animals?

The image shows two small monkeys trapped in Perspex boxes. Their heads are poking through the top and a clamp is pressing against their necks to prevent them from moving their head.

Is animal testing effective? Is it scientifically viable? Can research on animals save human lives? If so, then vivisection would only be opposable on moral and ethical grounds...not scientific ones.

Is Animal Testing Effective & Does It Save Lives?

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This speech sheds light on aspects of our food system that are deliberately hidden—allowing you to make truly informed choices. By highlighting how you already hold the core values of veganism, the information in this speech empowers you to align your actions with your existing values.
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Sex With Animals: The Blurred Lines of Bestiality

Bestiality. Even the word itself is a taboo! Most people think bestiality is some rare perversion in the darkest corners of the Internet. But what if bestiality is actually a part of your everyday life?
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Why I’m A Vegan Against Animal Welfare

As a vegan activist should you be for or against animal welfare. What is the difference between animal welfare and animal liberation?
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Vegan Jobs, Class Dissection, Bullying & More! | Live Q&A

Re-join me for my back-to-back live Q&A sessions where I answered a wide range of questions about veganism!
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Do Fish Have FEELINGS? [For Kids!]

This video is for KIDS! [but adults can watch too] We’re going to talk about FISH FEELINGS! We’ll learn about whether fish can feel pain and how even though they look really different than us, they have families, friends, and feelings!
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Is Abortion Vegan? | The Pro-Choice Dilemma

What is the vegan stance on abortion? Can vegans be pro-choice? This video delves into the moralistic minefield of the abortion debate in relation to vegan ethics. We’ll look at the various arguments posed by either side.
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